Lehmann, Karolin H. (2023) To what extent does labor force participation empower women? Journal of International Women's Studies, 25 (8). ISSN 1539-8706
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This paper critically examines the relationship between women’s labor force participation (LFP) and empowerment, particularly in the Global South, utilizing Naila Kabeer’s empowerment framework. By challenging the orthodox conceptualization of LFP, the study reveals its methodological limitations as a measure of women’s economic engagement. By emphasizing the dynamic nature of empowerment as a multifaceted process within the formal and informal sector, this paper highlights the interplay of agency, resources, and achievements within Kabeer’s framework. Drawing from global examples, it demonstrates the varied impacts of paid work on women’s decision-making in both private and public spheres. While acknowledging the potential of LFP to enhance women’s empowerment, the paper underscores the significance of contextual factors in shaping this relationship. By shedding light on the complexities and nuances of women’s labor and empowerment, the study offers valuable insights for policymakers and researchers striving for gender equality and women’s empowerment worldwide.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Additional Information: | © 2023 Bridgewater State College. |
| Divisions: | Financial Markets Group |
| Subjects: | H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor H Social Sciences > HQ The family. Marriage. Woman |
| Date Deposited: | 19 Aug 2025 10:06 |
| Last Modified: | 26 Aug 2025 16:05 |
| URI: | http://eprints.lse.ac.uk/id/eprint/129155 |
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